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Car-Chem Refresh Odour Eliminator

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Car-Chem Refresh Odour Eliminator £7.99
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A must have for any vehicle owner, Car-Chem ReFresh is our highly fragranced odour eliminator. ReFresh has a highly pleasant aroma that will leave your vehicle smelling fresh. ReFresh targets and destroys the bacteria that release the bad smells at the source.

  • Applemint fragrance for car interiors
  • Highly fragranced odour eliminator formula
  • Targets odour-causing bacteria at the source
  • Encapsulates and eliminates bad odours
  • Sprays directly onto interior fabrics
  • Fragrance lasts for weeks, says Car-Chem
  • Can be run through the air conditioning
  • 500ml bottle size
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Full Description

A must have for any vehicle owner, Car-Chem ReFresh is our highly fragranced odour eliminator. ReFresh has a highly pleasant aroma that will leave your vehicle smelling fresh. ReFresh targets and destroys the bacteria that release the bad smells at the source.

Specially formulated by our in house technical team to break down and remove all bad odours within the interior of your vehicle. Our unique formulation encapsulates and eliminates bad odour leading to a pleasant and refreshing fragrance that lasts for weeks.

More in Odour & Smoke Eliminators.

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Key features

  • Applemint Scent
  • Odour Eliminator
  • Interior Spray
  • 500ml Bottle

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Expert Notes

Car-Chem ReFresh Odour Eliminator is a highly fragranced interior spray with an Applemint scent, supplied here in a 500ml bottle. Car-Chem developed it in house to target the bacteria that release bad smells at the source and to encapsulate bad odour, leaving a fragrance the maker says lasts for weeks. We use it as the finishing step of an interior valet, once the rubbish is out and the carpets and seats are vacuumed. Spray it liberally through the cabin and directly onto fabrics, wipe any overspray from hard surfaces, then run the air conditioning on high with the doors closed to carry it through the system. Pair it with a good vacuum, a fabric cleaner and clean microfibre cloths.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Fabric seats
  • Carpets
  • Floor mats
  • Footwells
  • Boot carpets
  • Parcel shelves
  • Air conditioning system

Caution: Avoid breathing the spray: step out and close the doors while the air conditioning runs, and air the cabin before driving. Do not soak headlinings or electrics.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Odour Eliminator
Brand
Car-Chem
Product Name
ReFresh Odour Eliminator
Size
500ml
Scent
Applemint
Colour
Green
Application Method
Spray Throughout Interior And Onto Fabrics
Primary Use
Removing Bad Odours From Vehicle Interiors
Durability
Fragrance Lasts For Weeks (Car-Chem)

How To Use

Application

  1. Remove rubbish and vacuum the interior so the source of the smell is gone.
  2. Test on a small hidden area of fabric before spraying the seats.
  3. Spray ReFresh liberally throughout the interior and directly onto fabrics.
  4. Wipe any hard surfaces that catch overspray with a clean microfibre cloth to remove residue.
  5. To treat the air conditioning, spray throughout the cabin with it on high and the doors closed.
  6. Step out of the vehicle while the product works through the system.

Aftercare

  1. Open the doors and let the cabin air out before driving.
  2. Let sprayed fabrics dry fully before sitting on them.
  3. Wash the cloth used for wiping residue before its next use.
  4. Deal with spills and damp mats promptly so odours do not return.
  5. Reapply when the fragrance starts to fade.
  6. Store the bottle upright with the cap closed, away from heat.

Top Tip: Remove the source of the smell first, such as old food or damp mats, before spraying ReFresh.

Performance Benefits

  • Tackles odour-causing bacteria
  • Encapsulates bad smells
  • Fragrance lasts for weeks
  • Treats seats and carpets directly
  • Works through the air conditioning
  • Designed for vehicle interiors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does ReFresh smell like?

Car-Chem ReFresh Odour Eliminator has an Applemint fragrance. Car-Chem describes it as highly fragranced, with a pleasant, refreshing aroma.

Does it just mask smells?

No, Car-Chem says ReFresh targets the bacteria that release bad smells at the source. Its formula is designed to encapsulate and eliminate bad odour rather than simply cover it.

How long does the fragrance last?

Car-Chem states the fragrance lasts for weeks. How long it lasts in your car depends on the source of the smell, ventilation and how thoroughly the interior was cleaned first.

How do I use it?

Spray ReFresh liberally throughout the interior and directly onto fabrics, then wipe any hard surfaces with a clean microfibre cloth to remove residue.

Can it clear smells from the air conditioning?

Yes, Car-Chem recommends spraying ReFresh throughout the interior with the air conditioning on high and the doors closed. This lets the product work through the system and reach odours in hard to reach places.

What size is the bottle?

This listing is the 500ml bottle of Car-Chem ReFresh Odour Eliminator.

Should I test it first?

Yes, test on a small hidden area of fabric first, especially on light coloured or delicate materials. Let it dry and check for marks before treating the whole interior.

Where can I buy Car-Chem ReFresh?

You can order Car-Chem ReFresh Odour Eliminator from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Check door pockets, seat gaps and the boot for hidden rubbish.
  2. Vacuum carpets and seats thoroughly before treating them.
  3. Spray directly onto fabrics, where odours tend to sit.
  4. Wipe overspray from dashboards and screens with clean microfibre.
  5. Run the air conditioning on high with doors closed to treat vents.
  6. Stay out of the car while the product circulates.
  7. Air the cabin out before you drive.
  8. Available with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Car-Chem

Car-Chem is a car care manufacturer with an on-site laboratory, a dedicated research chemist and a production facility in Nottingham. The company says it has researched, developed and produced car care since 2010, and that its products are trusted by professionals and enthusiasts in over 40 countries. In 2024 it was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group, and alongside its own Car-Chem range it develops and produces private label products for other businesses.

The Drivers HQ stocks Car-Chem across the whole wash and protection routine, with several products in 500ml and 5L sizes. For washing there is Pre Soak+ Snow Foam, Citrus Clean, Total Clean Traffic Film Remover, 1900:1 Shampoo and Clean Wheels. Protection comes from Sapphire Ceramic Wax, Connoisseur Carnauba Wax and Hydro Quick Detailer, with Prep Panel Wipe to ready the paint. Inside there is Interior Clean Coat, Hide Leather Cream and Refresh Odour Eliminator, and for glass, Pre Icer and Screen Wash Water Resistant.

Car-Chem suits enthusiasts who want to build a complete kit from one maker, and detailers who get through a lot of product, since the 5L sizes are handy for refilling smaller bottles. A typical routine starts with snow foam and a citrus pre-wash to loosen dirt before a careful contact wash with shampoo, then the wheels. Panel wipe removes oils before a ceramic or carnauba wax goes on, and a quick detailer keeps the finish topped up between washes. Glass and interior products finish the car inside and out.

Buy Car-Chem from The Drivers HQ with UK-wide delivery, or visit our walk-in store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, where Click & Collect is free. Whether you are restocking a favourite shampoo in a larger size, trying a ceramic wax or putting together a winter glass kit with Pre Icer and screen wash, you can combine Car-Chem products with the rest of your detailing and car care essentials in a single order.

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Car Chem 1900:1 Shampoo (500ml and 5L) - The Drivers HQ

Developed and Made in Nottingham

Car-Chem describes itself as a manufacturer and innovator in the automotive care industry, and says it has researched, developed and produced car care since 2010. Its on-site laboratory, dedicated research chemist and production facility are in Nottingham, and the company says it maintains quality control at every stage so that every product and its packaging comply with UK and international regulatory standards.

In 2024 Car-Chem was acquired by Leading Solvent Supplies, a UK chemical group. The company says the move gives it greater investment in research and development and more production capacity, while it keeps its own brand identity and expert team. Its products, it says, are still developed and produced by Car-Chem at its Nottingham facility.

Alongside its own range, Car-Chem develops and produces private label products for businesses from global corporations to specialised niche brands. The company says its formulations are trusted by professionals and enthusiasts in over 40 countries.

CARCHEM SAPPHIRE CERAMIC WAX - The Drivers HQ

From Snow Foam to Ceramic Wax

Car-Chem describes 1900:1 Shampoo as a highly concentrated shampoo that cuts through dirt, grime and road contaminants while preserving waxes, sealants and ceramic coatings, with lubricants that give a smooth glide and reduce the risk of swirls, scratches and marring. Before the contact wash, Pre Soak+ Snow Foam lifts dirt and grime from exterior surfaces without stripping sealant or wax, and Citrus Clean is a versatile cleaner for jobs inside and outside the car, diluted with water to suit the task.

Clean Wheels is an acid-based spray cleaner that the brand says is suitable for alloy, painted and plastic-trimmed wheels, lifting brake dust, grit and grease. When the paint is clean, Prep Panel Wipe removes oils and silicones to leave a streak-free surface ready for last stage protection.

For that protection, The Drivers HQ stocks Sapphire, an SiO2 based ceramic wax, and Connoisseur Carnauba Wax, which protects against contamination while adding to the natural gloss of the paint, with Hydro Quick Detailer adding a thin layer of hydrophobic sealant between washes. Pre Icer is a glass coating that helps stop ice settling on treated glass, Screen Wash Water Resistant is a screen wash additive that coats the windscreen with a hydrophobic barrier, Hide Leather Cream moisturises leather and Refresh Odour Eliminator targets bad smells at the source.

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